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Philanthropy

Time for A New Dawn

The Africa Initiative for Governance (“AIG”) provides funding and programs to inspire and support current and future public leaders to deliver sustainable economic growth and social justice for Africa.

Philanthropy

General Mills and its Foundation Expand COVID-19 Charitable Response to $14 Million Due to Growing Hunger Rates

With acute food insecurity expected to double worldwide in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the General Mills Foundation announced an additional $4 million of philanthropic funding for nonprofit organizations working to alleviate growing food insecurity worldwide.

Environment

Earthxtv and Sea Shepherd Announce “Africa Success Stories” on Exclusive Worldwide Monthly Online Series, Ocean Action Reports, Hosted by Captain Paul Watson

EarthX is presenting an exclusive worldwide online series, Sea Shepherd - Ocean ACTION Reports on EarthxTV. Hosted by legendary Sea Shepherd Founder, Captain Paul Watson, the new monthly series features half-hour episodes with the courageous...

Philanthropy

Morgan Stanley Donates Additional $2.5 Million to Hunger Relief Organizations Worldwide Through Move for Meals Campaign

Morgan Stanley today announced a donation of $2.5 million to hunger relief organizations worldwide, equaling 25 million meals, as a result of its latest employee campaign: Move for Meals.

Environment

CASE Construction Equipment Is Helping to Clean up Europe's Most Polluted River

CASE Construction Equipment, a global construction equipment brand of CNH Industrial, has been working to help clean up the Sarno river, Europe’s most polluted.

Corporate Responsibility

Companies Take on Final Patriotic Push for Voting

Throughout this year, we’ve reported on how brands have launched unique campaigns to reinforce the importance of voting. With only a few more days left until the U.S. election and early voting lines getting so long that there have been dance parties, companies are not losing steam. Here we examine how brands are still motivating, rewarding and helping voters get over the voting finish line.

Environment

LIXIL Takes a Step Forward in the Responsible Use of Resources Establishing its Global Plastic Action Statement

“As part of LIXIL’s contribution to a circular economy, we aim to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050 through the implementation of environmentally friendly business processes, and innovation in its products and services.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Cummins Launches National Initiative to Improve Racial Equity

Today, Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced the launch of Cummins Advocating for Racial Equity (CARE). CARE is another step forward in Cummins’ intent to take a leading role in undoing systemic discrimination against the Black community in the U.S.

Corporate Responsibility

A Meaningful Difference for Cancer Patients and Loved Ones

Alkermes employee, Shannon Nguyen, reflects on how tragically losing both her mother and a friend to cancer motivates her work in oncology.

Volunteering & Community

'Every Vote Counts: A Celebration of Democracy' Hosted by Alicia Keys, America Ferrera and Kerry Washington Airs on CBS

The special will also be available to watch tonight, Friday, October 30, 2020 at 9PM ET on Amazon Music, Apple Music, Apple TV App, NowThis, YouTube, Twitter, TIDAL and Facebook.

Philanthropy

Mohawk Goes Pink in Celebration of 19 Years Supporting the Fight Against Breast Cancer With Susan G. Komen

This month, employees across the Mohawk organization throughout the U.S. took the opportunity to “Pink Out” in support of the company’s corporate sponsorship with Susan G. Komen® as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Philanthropy

'Our Income Went to Zero': How One Business Owner Is Pulling Through the Pandemic

COVID-19 has been detrimental for many small business owners, but nonprofits like LiftFund are stepping up to help as many as they can.

Corporate Responsibility

How Johnson & Johnson Is Helping Over 40,000 Employees Exercise Their Ability to Vote in a Pandemic

In an unprecedented year, you need to think of unprecedented ways to help your workforce feel supported—including on Election Day. The company's Chief Human Resources Officer shares why employees can take paid time off to vote this November.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Stanley Black & Decker is Striving for Gender Parity

"Striving for gender parity is more than a business mandate, it serves as a steward of the company culture." Joe Simms, Vice President of Human Resources at Stanley Black & Decker, explains why he stands for #EqualEverywhere

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Liby and Dow Introduce China's First Fully Recyclable Laundry Packaging

The country’s recent acceleration in achieving a green and sustainable environment has changed the way it tackles plastic waste, and this collaboration is a significant step in improving the recyclability and sustainability quotient in the packaging of laundry products for millions of households

Philanthropy

Comerica Bank and Detroit Lions Team Up to Benefit Community Partners

Comerica Bank and the Detroit Lions have teamed up again to ensure first downs at Ford Field this season stretch further than 10 yards. Each Lions first down gained this season at Ford Field will translate to $100 that will aid one of eight selected community partners through the Comerica Bank Lions First Down partnership.

Volunteering & Community

Engine for Change: How Sandra Odendahl Is Mobilizing Social Impact and Inclusion for Every Future

As Scotiabank’s Vice President of Social Impact and Sustainability, Sandra Odendahl thinks about that question a lot. She is constantly evaluating how the bank is embedding good environmental and community practices into its business and operations.

Education & Workforce Development

Using Human-Centered Strategies to Adapt Science Lessons for Remote Learning

Kids learn by doing. So what does that mean for science instruction in the age of Covid-19, when many schools are closed and children are learning from home?

AI & Technology

Seeking the top Nature-Inspired Startup for the $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize

Applications are now open for the 2021 Ray of Hope Prize®, organized by the Biomimicry Institute in partnership with the Ray C. Anderson Foundation. This $100,000 Prize is awarded annually to the top nature-inspired startup, and applications are due November 20, 2020.

Volunteering & Community

T. Rowe Price's Associates Provide Pro Bono Service to Help Create Positive Change in Their Communities

T. Rowe Price associates put their expertise to work not only for the firm, but for nonprofits supporting the community and driving positive change within it.

Education & Workforce Development

Connecting Students to the Real-World of Substance Misuse Prevention by Uniting Educators and Pharmacists

Amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 global pandemic, families and communities across the United States still battle another challenge: substance misuse.

Media & Communications

Watch Land Betterment Corporation's Impact Minute Episode 17

In this episode, Land Betterment’s President, Kirk Taylor, discusses how to identify and engage stakeholders. Listening to what stakeholders want will enable a business to make decisions beyond the bottom line to advance long term success.

Energy & Infrastructure

Cummins-Powered Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trains Moving Down the Track to Austria

With hydrogen power, there's a whole universe of possibilities. As the world looks to decarbonize, Cummins is investing in clean forms of energy, including fuel cells and hydrogen production technologies.

Volunteering & Community

People of Pro Bono: How Jessica Nelson Made a Difference in a Challenging Year

This year the sudden pivot to virtual work paired with waves of layoffs and furloughs left many skilled professionals with new-found time at home—time they wanted to donate to the nonprofits working to heal and rebuild our communities. After being laid off due to COVID-19, PR Director Jessica Nelson did just that by connecting with Harlem Film House through Taproot Plus.

Latest Campaigns

People

As a family-owned business, Bacardi values the importance of creating a warm and welcoming workplace. We do so by fostering an environment where...

2025 Performance Report

Entergy’s 2025 performance report, “Energy for a better future” presents an overview of our company’s 2025 achievements, future plans and strategies...

Corporate Social Responsibility

Corporate Social Responsibility

License to Operate

Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...

LATAM Growth

DP World is significantly expanding its operations in Latin America, focusing on enhancing port infrastructure and increasing cargo handling...

Growth Through Sustainability

Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...

Opportunity for All

At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...

Growth Through Sustainability

Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...

Accelerating access to healthcare technology

We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...

Truist Championship

The Truist Championship has been an official PGA TOUR event since 2003, contested annually at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. One of...